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Wizards aim to close out series vs. Hawks

ATLANTA -- The Washington Wizards will try to close out their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series with the Atlanta Hawks on Friday by replicating the effort put forth in three home games.

The Wizards lead the best-of-seven series 3-2, winning three times at home. Finding a way to produce the same effort they have given at the Verizon Center could be the difference, said Washington guard Bradley Beal.

"We're confident. We gave up two (games) when we were down there," Beal said. "We've got to have the same intensity and focus (in Atlanta) as we have at home.